Projects

Keep track with new project development across the globe in various sectors. We also cover existing projects (upgrades, extensions etc.).

Thermal power projects up for bid

The Indian power sector regulator Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) recently announced that from 2011 all thermal power projects and transmission systems will be awarded on the basis of competitive tariff bidding.

Armstrong to Williams’ Board

Williams has announced that Alan Armstrong has been elected to the company's Board of Directors, effective Jan. 3, 2011, the same day that he succeeds Steve Malcolm as Williams’ CEO.

Vale injecting CDN$10 billion into Canadian ops

Brazilian mining giant Vale is expanding its Canadian operations to the tune of CDN$10 billion over five years.

INEOS selected for PE plants

Brazil-based chemicals major Braskem has selected INEOS technology for two of three polyethylene (PE) plants at its “Ethylene XXI”´ petrochemicals project in Mexico.

Bell Copper finds iron ore

Bell Copper Corporation applied for an additional mineral concession, Balsa 15, after discovering an outcropping of iron ore beyond the western limits of their Balsa 14 project in Mexico.

Hydro Hall of Fame inductee

On Tuesday 27 July 2010 PPL’s Holtwood hydroelectric plant was honored for a century of clean, renewable electricity generation by being inducted into the Hydro Hall of Fame during the annual HydroVision International Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Metso acquires Wyesco

Metso has announced that it has acquired the service business of Wyesco of Louisiana L.L.C., located in Slaughter, Louisiana, USA.

South China Sea exploration block

BP Plc is set to partner with Chevron Corp. to bid for a South China Sea exploration block. Chevron will have a 60% stake in the block and act as operator with BP holding the remaining interest.

Hempel restructures

The third generation of the Hempel family is taking over responsibility.